Guwahati : Political activity has intensified in Assam ahead of the much-anticipated expansion of the state cabinet, with widespread speculation surrounding the likely inductees and portfolio reshuffle expected during the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for June 5.

The oath-taking ceremony will be held at the Jyoti Bishnu Kala Mandir in Guwahati at 12:45 pm, where Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is expected to oversee a significant expansion and reconstitution of the Council of Ministers.

Although the state government has not officially disclosed the names of the incoming ministers, a probable list has emerged, fuelling intense discussions within political circles and the state administration.

According to sources, the leaders likely to be inducted or retained in key roles include Ashok Singhal, Ranoj Pegu, Pijush Hazarika, Jayanta Malla Baruah, Bimal Bora, Kaushik Rai, Keshab Mahanta, Ashwini Rai Sarkar, Bolin Chetia, Tuliram Ronghang, Sushanta Borgohain, Mayur Borgohain and Dharmeswar Konwar.

Sources also suggest that either Krishnendu Paul or Rajdeep Roy could secure a berth in the expanded cabinet. Additionally, one among Padma Hazarika and Bhupen Borah is reportedly under consideration.

The cabinet expansion is being viewed as politically significant, coming months ahead of the 2026 Assam Assembly elections. Political observers believe the exercise could be aimed at strengthening regional representation, balancing caste and community equations, and energising the ruling alliance ahead of the electoral contest.

However, the final composition of the cabinet and allocation of portfolios will only become clear after the official announcement and swearing-in ceremony on Friday.

Senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party, alliance partners, legislators and top government officials are expected to attend the event.